There are some heavy topics to cover this month, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin discussing the horrific Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka, the heroism that emerged from the Notre Dame fire and the battle over religious freedom in Australia. Pope Francis has also issued new guidelines on investigating and reporting child sexual abuse. Do they go far enough? And this month’s “light” story shows that even good deeds can sometimes have negative unintended consequences. Thanks for joining us for another episode of The 15th Station.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2019/05/station-xv-episode-138-sri-lanka-paris-israel-and-the-vatican/feed/0There are some heavy topics to cover this month, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin discussing the horrific Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka, the heroism that emerged from the Notre Dame fire and the battle over religious freedom in ...There are some heavy topics to cover this month, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin discussing the horrific Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka, the heroism that emerged from the Notre Dame fire and the battle over religious freedom in ...The 15th Station Team52:26http://station15.co.nz/2019/05/station-xv-episode-138-sri-lanka-paris-israel-and-the-vatican/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_138.mp3Station XV: Episode 137 — Future Church, future leaders, future laws, future Easterhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/EGiCKx7JoVs/
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It’s Holy Week, and the panel reflects on Pope Francis’ call for Catholics to be humble in their lives and to know when it’s appropriate to keep silent. Campaigners against euthanasia in New Zealand have certainly not been quiet as they seek to bring an end to efforts to legislate for the practice. Back in Rome, Pope Francis has written to young people and given them encouragement to embrace the faith, something Cardinal John Dew is trying to do in Wellington as the Church goes through some significant changes. The non-robotic group of Anna, Don, James and Gavin usher you through those topics and more.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2019/04/station-xv-episode-137-future-church-future-leaders-future-laws-future-easter/feed/0It’s Holy Week, and the panel reflects on Pope Francis’ call for Catholics to be humble in their lives and to know when it’s appropriate to keep silent. Campaigners against euthanasia in New Zealand have certainly not been quiet as ...It’s Holy Week, and the panel reflects on Pope Francis’ call for Catholics to be humble in their lives and to know when it’s appropriate to keep silent. Campaigners against euthanasia in New Zealand have certainly not been quiet as ...The 15th Station Team1:02:57http://station15.co.nz/2019/04/station-xv-episode-137-future-church-future-leaders-future-laws-future-easter/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_137.mp3Station XV: Episode 136 — Sentence, Summit, Sacrifice and Signaturehttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/SQN0MbyXuCc/
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The conviction and sentencing of Australian Cardinal George Pell dominates this month’s episode, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin grappling with the complexities of the case and a range of emotions. The show also looks at the Vatican summit on child protection and the Pope’s Lenten message for 2019. The panel considers the dearth of “local” vocations to the priesthood in New Zealand and wonders what to make of Donald Trump signing Bibles in Alabama. Spanning the globe and a broad range of topics on this month’s 15th Station.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2019/03/station-xv-episode-136-sentence-summit-sacrifice-and-signature/feed/0The conviction and sentencing of Australian Cardinal George Pell dominates this month’s episode, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin grappling with the complexities of the case and a range of emotions. The show also looks at the Vatican summit on ...The conviction and sentencing of Australian Cardinal George Pell dominates this month’s episode, with Anna, Don, James and Gavin grappling with the complexities of the case and a range of emotions. The show also looks at the Vatican summit on ...The 15th Station Team1:17:15http://station15.co.nz/2019/03/station-xv-episode-136-sentence-summit-sacrifice-and-signature/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_136.mp3Station XV: Episode 135 — Expectation, Celebration, Protestation and Cooperationhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/PKNy0RxT8_M/
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With the presidents of bishops conferences from across the world descending on the Vatican next week, the panel looks at the upcoming child protection summit and what we might expect. Pope Francis has returned for the summit after spending five days in Panama for World Youth Day, which attracted hundreds of thousands of people. In the South Pacific, serious concerns have been raised about the treatment of asylum-seekers currently living in Papua New Guinea, while in Fiji, the appointment of Catholic school principals caused a rift between the Church and the government. Thankfully, there’s news that religious people are more likely to be happy, so Anna, James and Gavin can at least rejoice in that. Enjoy the show.

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The Church in the United States, New Zealand and Germany is grappling with a number of big issues, with the southern US border and the impending New Zealand Royal Commission into child sexual abuse headlining this month’s show. The German bishops are looking at the issue of celibacy, framing their rethink of the discipline as a response to the abuse crisis. In New Zealand, Catholic schools are trying to find authentic, pastoral responses to the issue of gender dysphoria, while back in America, a priest is enjoying spreading some Christmas joy — all year long. Join Anna, James and Gavin, and the returning Don, for this globetrotting episode.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2019/01/station-xv-episode-134-security-celibacy-identity-and-charity/feed/0The Church in the United States, New Zealand and Germany is grappling with a number of big issues, with the southern US border and the impending New Zealand Royal Commission into child sexual abuse headlining this month’s show. The German ...The Church in the United States, New Zealand and Germany is grappling with a number of big issues, with the southern US border and the impending New Zealand Royal Commission into child sexual abuse headlining this month’s show. The German ...The 15th Station Team1:04:13http://station15.co.nz/2019/01/station-xv-episode-134-security-celibacy-identity-and-charity/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_134.mp3Station XV: Episode 133 — Christ, Christmas; Jesus, Justicehttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/Y83PIRokNsg/
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In our December episode, there’s a little Christmas spirit, but there’s a little bit of the Grinch as well. In New Zealand, new research has found that churches — Catholic and Protestant — aren’t all that popular, but Jesus remains so. In the Philippines, President Rodrigo Duterte is trying to find out if suggesting people kill Catholic bishops is popular. But don’t worry; it’s just “hyperbole”. On either side of the Tasman Sea, justice is being considered following an overturned conviction for an Australian Catholic bishop and in New Zealand on abortion laws. But, as Christmas approaches, shouldn’t we all be worrying about whether Santa is real or not? Just another month — and another year — for The 15th Station.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/12/station-xv-episode-133-christ-christmas-jesus-justice/feed/0In our December episode, there’s a little Christmas spirit, but there’s a little bit of the Grinch as well. In New Zealand, new research has found that churches — Catholic and Protestant — aren’t all that popular, but Jesus remains ...In our December episode, there’s a little Christmas spirit, but there’s a little bit of the Grinch as well. In New Zealand, new research has found that churches — Catholic and Protestant — aren’t all that popular, but Jesus remains ...The 15th Station Team54:04http://station15.co.nz/2018/12/station-xv-episode-133-christ-christmas-jesus-justice/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_133.mp3Station XV: Episode 132 — Investigation, Implementation, Immigration and Invocationhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/YrUB-xIypWM/
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After lobbying from the Catholic Church and others, the New Zealand Government’s inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions will include faith-based organisations. In the US, the Bishops have delayed implementing new abuse protocols after the Vatican asked them to wait until after the February gathering of presidents of bishops’ conferences. Also in Rome, the Synod of Bishops on Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment concluded with calls for the Church to listen more carefully to youth and for young people to trust Church leaders — despite acknowledgements some leaders haven’t always been worthy of that trust. Anna, Gavin and James also consider the case of a Melbourne mum in immigration detention that can’t have her child baptised in a nearby church. In Florida, meanwhile, a church has been barred from serving as an election place in future after the pastor got a bit too political. All in a month’s work for the 15th Station crew!

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/11/station-xv-episode-132-investigation-implementation-immigration-and-invocation/feed/0After lobbying from the Catholic Church and others, the New Zealand Government’s inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions will include faith-based organisations. In the US, the Bishops have delayed implementing new abuse protocols after the Vati...After lobbying from the Catholic Church and others, the New Zealand Government’s inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions will include faith-based organisations. In the US, the Bishops have delayed implementing new abuse protocols after the Vatican asked them to ...The 15th Station Team48:55http://station15.co.nz/2018/11/station-xv-episode-132-investigation-implementation-immigration-and-invocation/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_132.mp3Station XV: Episode 131 — Convention, Confession, Confusion and Consternationhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/0k1wUZIkg9M/
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It’s a fairly heavy — and sombre — episode of The 15th Station this month, as Anna, James and Gavin survey the fairly challenging landscape for Catholics in most parts of the world, as the sexual abuse crisis continues to loom large over this era and this papacy. Pope Francis has called a meeting of the presidents of bishops’ conferences, while the Church in Australia has responded to the forensic examination it (and other institutions) received during the Royal Commission. In New Zealand, voices are being raised to defeat euthanasia legislation and there are new stats about annulments — but what do they mean? And, in the Czech Republic, what do spooky, ghostly figures in a Catholic church mean?

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/09/station-xv-episode-131-convention-confession-confusion-and-consternation/feed/0It’s a fairly heavy — and sombre — episode of The 15th Station this month, as Anna, James and Gavin survey the fairly challenging landscape for Catholics in most parts of the world, as the sexual abuse crisis continues to ...It’s a fairly heavy — and sombre — episode of The 15th Station this month, as Anna, James and Gavin survey the fairly challenging landscape for Catholics in most parts of the world, as the sexual abuse crisis continues to ...The 15th Station Team50:08http://station15.co.nz/2018/09/station-xv-episode-131-convention-confession-confusion-and-consternation/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_131.mp3Station XV: Episode 130 — Abolition, Resignation, Sanctification, Vocation and CELEBRATION!!http://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/nQ5kv-KsZdk/
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There are many serious topics on this month’s agenda, but the episode starts with a celebration of 11 years of The 15th Station. The reminiscing gives way to the important discussion of a change to the Church’s official teaching on the death penalty and the resignations of two senior Catholic leaders. Despite the challenges the Church is facing in many places, Auckland Bishop Patrick Dunn has urged young people to strive for holiness, which is what an Irish priest is also hoping will be a fruit of Pope Francis’ upcoming trip to the country this month. Join Anna, James and Gavin for our birthday episode — and if you want to give us a birthday present, tell your friends about the show

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/08/station-xv-episode-130-abolition-resignation-sanctification-vocation-and-celebration/feed/0There are many serious topics on this month’s agenda, but the episode starts with a celebration of 11 years of The 15th Station. The reminiscing gives way to the important discussion of a change to the Church’s official teaching on ...There are many serious topics on this month’s agenda, but the episode starts with a celebration of 11 years of The 15th Station. The reminiscing gives way to the important discussion of a change to the Church’s official teaching on ...The 15th Station Team54:42http://station15.co.nz/2018/08/station-xv-episode-130-abolition-resignation-sanctification-vocation-and-celebration/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_130.mp3Station XV: Episode 129 — Confession, Concession, Courts and Confusionhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/n0sdid5jdlM/
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The Catholic Church in New Zealand and Australia is under pressure to change the way it approaches the seal of Confession, with governments in both countries wondering if removing the seal would stem child sexual abuse. Bishops in both countries have a clear answer: “No.” In the US, President Trump is pushing ahead with his second Supreme Court nominee in Catholic Brett Kavanaugh. Another president, Filipino Rodrigo Duterte, is also making headlines for his name-calling and his curious theology, while the NZ bishops are also wondering how their theology is helping (or hurting) the Church’s evangelisation efforts. A Baptist church, however, is just wondering how they can show the face — and body — of Jesus to the world, literally. Join Anna, James and Gavin for this month’s episode of The 15th Station.

The Catholic Church in New Zealand and Australia is under pressure to change the way it approaches the seal of Confession, with governments in both countries wondering if removing the seal would stem child sexual abuse. Bishops in both countries have a clear answer: “No.” In the US, President Trump is pushing ahead with his second Supreme Court nominee in Catholic Brett Kavanaugh. Another president, Filipino Rodrigo Duterte, is also making headlines for his name-calling and his curious theology, while the NZ bishops are also wondering how their theology is helping (or hurting) the Church’s evangelisation efforts. A Baptist church, however, is just wondering how they can show the face — and body — of Jesus to the world, literally. Join Anna, James and Gavin for this month’s episode of The 15th Station.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/07/station-xv-episode-129-confession-concession-courts-and-confusion/feed/0The Catholic Church in New Zealand and Australia is under pressure to change the way it approaches the seal of Confession, with governments in both countries wondering if removing the seal would stem child sexual abuse. Bishops in both countries ...The Catholic Church in New Zealand and Australia is under pressure to change the way it approaches the seal of Confession, with governments in both countries wondering if removing the seal would stem child sexual abuse. Bishops in both countries ...The 15th Station Team53:23http://station15.co.nz/2018/07/station-xv-episode-129-confession-concession-courts-and-confusion/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_129.mp3Station XV: Episode 128 — Conviction, Courage, Communion and Commando (priest)http://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/TX06dkhqON4/
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The conviction of an Australian archbishop of failing to disclose child sexual abuse leads this month’s show, with Anna, James and Gavin seeking to navigate the complex case of Archbishop Philip Wilson. In New Zealand, in Rome and in South America, there’s a call for courage — among Kiwi seminarians, but also among those seeking to find solutions to the priestly shortage in places like the Amazon. Pope Francis has called for the German bishops to think again about their plans to allow inter-Communion for the spouses of Catholics, while in the US, a priest is showing off his spirit, as well as his physical gifts, in the show Ninja Warrior. It’s another eclectic journey through the Catholic Church.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/06/station-xv-episode-128-conviction-courage-communion-and-commando-priest/feed/0The conviction of an Australian archbishop of failing to disclose child sexual abuse leads this month’s show, with Anna, James and Gavin seeking to navigate the complex case of Archbishop Philip Wilson. In New Zealand, in Rome and in South ...The conviction of an Australian archbishop of failing to disclose child sexual abuse leads this month’s show, with Anna, James and Gavin seeking to navigate the complex case of Archbishop Philip Wilson. In New Zealand, in Rome and in South ...The 15th Station Team44:58http://station15.co.nz/2018/06/station-xv-episode-128-conviction-courage-communion-and-commando-priest/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_128.mp3Station XV: Episode 127 — Crosiers, Cardinal, Criticism and Climatehttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/GcT9ttbk1fY/
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There’s more cause for celebration in New Zealand, with a second bishop ordained in quick succession. Bishop Michael Dooley is a local boy who has swapped his farmer’s crook for a bishop’s crosier. Across the Tasman in Australia, Cardinal George Pell has been ordered to stand trial on historical sexual offences, making him the highest-ranking cleric to be charged. The Cardinal entered his “not guilty” plea in a clear and firm voice. In the Philippines, President Rodrigo Duterte has chosen to unleash his power on an Australian religious sister, who has been speaking up on behalf of the poor and the marginalised. Meanwhile, the bishops of Oceania — Australia, New Zealand and many Pacific island nations — have also called for protection for those who are in danger, including from climate change. All in a month’s work for the panel of Anna, James and Gavin on The 15th Station.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/05/station-xv-episode-127-crosiers-cardinal-criticism-and-climate/feed/0There’s more cause for celebration in New Zealand, with a second bishop ordained in quick succession. Bishop Michael Dooley is a local boy who has swapped his farmer’s crook for a bishop’s crosier. Across the Tasman in Australia, Cardinal George ...There’s more cause for celebration in New Zealand, with a second bishop ordained in quick succession. Bishop Michael Dooley is a local boy who has swapped his farmer’s crook for a bishop’s crosier. Across the Tasman in Australia, Cardinal George ...The 15th Station Team42:32http://station15.co.nz/2018/05/station-xv-episode-127-crosiers-cardinal-criticism-and-climate/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_127.mp3Station XV: Episode 126 — Exhortation, Examination, Information and Profanationhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/m1VotxufQ70/
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Pope Francis has issued his third apostolic exhortation, calling on people to consider how they can lead a life of holiness under the title of (in English) “Rejoice and Be Glad”. There’s not much rejoicing in New Zealand, as child abuse again dominates headlines, but an investigation in that country appears set to exclude churches from its scope, despite Catholic and Anglican leaders calling for their inclusion. Back in Rome, a gathering of young people has produced a document that — to a large extent — calls for the Church to better explain why it believes what it believes. In the US, Facebook has acknowledged some errors in deleting Catholic content, while in Brazil, it is others who are calling out the errors of the ways of a parish that went a bit overboard in modernising the liturgy. Join Anna, James and Gavin for a journey through a month of Catholic news and insights.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/04/station-xv-episode-126-exhortation-examination-information-and-profanation/feed/0Pope Francis has issued his third apostolic exhortation, calling on people to consider how they can lead a life of holiness under the title of (in English) “Rejoice and Be Glad”. There’s not much rejoicing in New Zealand, as child ...Pope Francis has issued his third apostolic exhortation, calling on people to consider how they can lead a life of holiness under the title of (in English) “Rejoice and Be Glad”. There’s not much rejoicing in New Zealand, as child ...The 15th Station Team46:04http://station15.co.nz/2018/04/station-xv-episode-126-exhortation-examination-information-and-profanation/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_126.mp3Station XV: Episode 125 — Two Bishops, One Pope, 1,900 Young People and a Persecuted Minorityhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/V1ACuTxMw2I/
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The Catholic Church in New Zealand — especially on its South Island — is celebrating the ordination of one bishop and the appointment of another. Considering there are only two bishops there, that’s a big deal. The five-year anniversary of Pope Francis is also a big deal, but how are people assessing that period? And how do young people assess the Church and its engagement with those under the age of 30? There’s more news of terrible persecution of Christians, with Rome highlighting their plight at the Colosseum. And singer Ed Sheeran doesn’t want the Colosseum, but he does have eyes for a new chapel on his UK property. Anna, James and Gavin gather for this month’s episode. Thanks for listening.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/03/station-xv-episode-125-two-bishops-one-pope-1900-young-people-and-a-persecuted-minority/feed/0The Catholic Church in New Zealand — especially on its South Island — is celebrating the ordination of one bishop and the appointment of another. Considering there are only two bishops there, that’s a big deal. The five-year anniversary of ...The Catholic Church in New Zealand — especially on its South Island — is celebrating the ordination of one bishop and the appointment of another. Considering there are only two bishops there, that’s a big deal. The five-year anniversary of ...The 15th Station Team43:58http://station15.co.nz/2018/03/station-xv-episode-125-two-bishops-one-pope-1900-young-people-and-a-persecuted-minority/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_125.mp3Station XV: Episode 124 — Criticism, Canada, Christchurch and Chilehttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/syCSW3BbNK0/
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As the euthanasia debate heats up in New Zealand, so has criticism of some of the advocacy, including material found in a Catholic cathedral. In Canada, people of faith have much to be critical about in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s edict about government funding for a summer jobs program. In Christchurch, a city still recovering from devastating earthquakes several years ago, a new church has offered a ray of sunshine, but it’s not so positive for Pope Francis when one looks at his work to tackle child sexual abuse — highlighted again on his recent trip to Chile. As always, Anna, Don, James and Gavin offer something a bit lighter after an intense but important discussion about some of the big Catholic stories of the month.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/02/station-xv-episode-124-criticism-canada-christchurch-and-chile/feed/0As the euthanasia debate heats up in New Zealand, so has criticism of some of the advocacy, including material found in a Catholic cathedral. In Canada, people of faith have much to be critical about in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s ...As the euthanasia debate heats up in New Zealand, so has criticism of some of the advocacy, including material found in a Catholic cathedral. In Canada, people of faith have much to be critical about in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s ...The 15th Station Team53:33http://station15.co.nz/2018/02/station-xv-episode-124-criticism-canada-christchurch-and-chile/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_124.mp3Station XV: Episode 123 — Instruction, Inquiry, Immigration and Identificationhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/gyWCwwW9ECg/
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As 2018 gets under way, Pope Francis has been very clear in his advice to Vatican ambassadors — uphold the family and protect all life. He’s also been clear about people’s obligations to refugees and asylum-seekers, while acknowledging that some people can fear “the other”. In New Zealand, there’s a call for an inquiry into child abuse to include religious organisations, and in Australia, a new sculpture is causing a little confusion, but also raising awareness. Join Anna, Don, James and Gavin for the first episode of the year.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2018/01/station-xv-episode-123-instruction-inquiry-immigration-and-identification/feed/1As 2018 gets under way, Pope Francis has been very clear in his advice to Vatican ambassadors — uphold the family and protect all life. He’s also been clear about people’s obligations to refugees and asylum-seekers,As 2018 gets under way, Pope Francis has been very clear in his advice to Vatican ambassadors — uphold the family and protect all life. He’s also been clear about people’s obligations to refugees and asylum-seekers, while acknowledging that some people can ...The 15th Station Team56:45http://station15.co.nz/2018/01/station-xv-episode-123-instruction-inquiry-immigration-and-identification/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_123.mp3Station XV: Episode 122 — Christchurch, Christ’s prayer, Christianity and Christmas funhttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/eVdVjLRbvVk/
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In the final episode of 2017, there is cause for celebration, but also cause for concern. In New Zealand, Catholics welcomed the appointment of a new Bishop of Christchurch. But there was also fear that attempts to legislate euthanasia might be successful in the country, though there are many hurdles before that can happen. In Europe, Pope Francis is wondering aloud if the Lord’s Prayer might be confusing people, while the new Polish leader wonders how Christianity might again shape Europe. But when it comes to pure fun, our Anglican friends seem to have it sorted, with a toboggan ride in an English church. Just another fun Christmas episode of The 15th Station. Wishing all our listeners and your loved ones a happy and holy Christmas.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2017/12/station-xv-episode-122-christchurch-christs-prayer-christianity-and-christmas-fun/feed/0In the final episode of 2017, there is cause for celebration, but also cause for concern. In New Zealand, Catholics welcomed the appointment of a new Bishop of Christchurch. But there was also fear that attempts to legislate euthanasia might ...In the final episode of 2017, there is cause for celebration, but also cause for concern. In New Zealand, Catholics welcomed the appointment of a new Bishop of Christchurch. But there was also fear that attempts to legislate euthanasia might ...The 15th Station Team56:04http://station15.co.nz/2017/12/station-xv-episode-122-christchurch-christs-prayer-christianity-and-christmas-fun/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_122.mp3Station XV: Episode 121 — Protesting, Praying, Poverty and Poor Choiceshttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/eXSu07JHb6U/
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The Catholic and Lutheran Churches have marked 500 years since Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses on the door of a German cathedral, reflecting on the shared faith and expressing a desire for unity. In the new New Zealand Parliament, there’s talk about a reformation of the opening prayer, removing references to God and Jesus Christ. In Rome, Pope Francis will celebrate the first World Day of the Poor with several hundred people living in poverty, while in Wellington, the Sisters of Compassion are waiting for a miracle — or two. And finally a Hollywood star reflects on his hopes that God is a movie fan, but also forgiving of poor role choices. Join Anna, Donald, James and Gavin in this month’s episode of The 15th Station.

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Tragedy has struck again, this time in Las Vegas, where the local Catholic bishop urged locals and tourists alike to band together in solidarity to support the mourning, the injured and the suffering. Pope Francis has acknowledged the inadequate response to the scourge of clerical sexual abuse, saying the Church was too late to recognise the gravity of the situation. The Pacific bishops are trying to avoid being too late to support the local economies and a New Zealand-born Australian bishop wants to make sure it’s not too late to reach people’s hearts and minds via social media. If that fails, the power of music and the Eucharist might work — or at least that’s maybe what some Colombian worshippers concluded. Enjoy the musings of Anna, Don, James and Gavin in this month’s episode.

]]>http://station15.co.nz/2017/10/station-xv-episode-120-sadness-solidarity-social-and-celebrity/feed/0Tragedy has struck again, this time in Las Vegas, where the local Catholic bishop urged locals and tourists alike to band together in solidarity to support the mourning, the injured and the suffering. Pope Francis has acknowledged the inadequate respon...Tragedy has struck again, this time in Las Vegas, where the local Catholic bishop urged locals and tourists alike to band together in solidarity to support the mourning, the injured and the suffering. Pope Francis has acknowledged the inadequate response ...The 15th Station Team58:13http://station15.co.nz/2017/10/station-xv-episode-120-sadness-solidarity-social-and-celebrity/http://traffic.libsyn.com/station15/Station_15_Episode_120.mp3Station XV: Episode 119 — Electing, Protecting, Translating, Counting and Baptisinghttp://feeds.station15.co.nz/~r/station15/~3/mgnl9ZS8III/
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As New Zealanders prepare to vote in their national election, the issue of abortion — and the views of the Catholic Prime Minister — were put front and centre. Meanwhile, Pope Francis is seeking to empower local bishops’ conferences and protect the planet, through separate initiatives. In the US, religious affiliation numbers are seeing a drift away from Christianity and a rise of Latino Catholics. We’re not sure any of those faithful Catholics would choose to baptise their children in a sporting trophy, but an NHL champion has. Enjoy the show

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